Tag: slow travel

Rota Vicentina Day 13: Salema to Luz – Not the Easy Walk We Imagined!

October 16, 2026

Day 13 of our Rota Vicentina adventure takes us from Salema to Luz, and we’re soon discovering that this isn’t the easy day we imagined! More steep climbs, challenging ups and downs, with spectacular views of the Algarve’s rugged coastline The scenery is magnificent, but Portugal’s coastal trails certainly know how to test our legs! … More Rota Vicentina Day 13: Salema to Luz – Not the Easy Walk We Imagined!

Rota Vicentina Day 12: Sagres to Salema – Tough Climbs and Breathtaking Coastal Views

October 15, 2026

Day 12 of our Rota Vicentina adventure takes us from Sagres to Salema, with plenty of challenging climbs and some of the most spectacular coastal views so far. Every tiring ascent is rewarded with breathtaking panoramas of cliffs, beaches and endless blue sea. It’s a tough day on the legs, but one that reminds us why walking Portugal’s beautiful coastline is so special. … More Rota Vicentina Day 12: Sagres to Salema – Tough Climbs and Breathtaking Coastal Views

Rota Vicentina Day 11: Vila do Bispo to Sagres – Reaching Cape St Vincent, the Edge of Europe

October 14, 2026

Day 11 of our Rota Vicentina adventure takes us from Vila do Bispo to Sagres, with a spectacular milestone along the way: reaching Cabo de São Vicente. We arrive at a place once believed to be the edge of the known world, yet somehow left us feeling a bit flat. But even so it was another unforgettable day walking Portugal’s wild coastline! … More Rota Vicentina Day 11: Vila do Bispo to Sagres – Reaching Cape St Vincent, the Edge of Europe

Rota Vicentina Day 10: Carrapateira to Vila do Bispo – A stunning Sunrise and an Incredible Walk

October 13, 2026

Day 10 of our Rota Vicentina adventure takes us from Carrapateira to Vila do Bispo, starting with a spectacular sunrise and continuing with one of our favourite walks so far. With dramatic coastal scenery, wild landscapes and wonderful views along the way. Portugal’s Atlantic coast keeps delivering unforgettable moments. Another beautiful day on the Fishermen’s Trail! … More Rota Vicentina Day 10: Carrapateira to Vila do Bispo – A stunning Sunrise and an Incredible Walk

Rota Vicentina Day 9: Arrifana to Carrapateira – From Sunrise to a Perfect Beach Picnic Spot

October 12, 2026

Day 9 of our Rota Vicentina adventure starts with a beautiful sunrise over Arrifana and ends with what might just be our best picnic spot yet — a perfect beach tucked beneath Portugal’s wild Atlantic cliffs. Between the two, we follow delightful trails towards Carrapateira, soaking up the views and enjoying another unforgettable day on the Fishermen’s Trail. … More Rota Vicentina Day 9: Arrifana to Carrapateira – From Sunrise to a Perfect Beach Picnic Spot

Rota Vicentina: Day 8 – Aljezur to Arrifana – Back to the coast and cliffs

October 10, 2026

Today, we started at sunrise on a walk that took us high above the river valley, with wonderful views out to sea. A glorious walk along the coast and a last minute detour that took us up incredibly steep cliffs, enough to make my knees wobble! … More Rota Vicentina: Day 8 – Aljezur to Arrifana – Back to the coast and cliffs

Rota Vicentina Day 7: Odeceixe to Aljezur – Exploring Portugal’s Inland Trails

October 9, 2026

Day 7 of our Rota Vicentina adventure takes us from Odeceixe to Aljezur, leaving the coast behind to explore Portugal’s quieter inland trails. A change of scenery brings new landscapes, peaceful paths and a different perspective on this beautiful corner of Portugal as we continue our journey. … More Rota Vicentina Day 7: Odeceixe to Aljezur – Exploring Portugal’s Inland Trails

Rota Vicentina Day 6 : Zambujeira do Mar to Odeceixe – Finally We Found the Storks!

October 8, 2026

Day 6 of our Rota Vicentina adventure takes us from beautiful Zambujeira do Mar to Odeceixe, following spectacular coastal paths, through wild landscapes and above sandy beaches. After searching for them for days, we finally find the storks! … More Rota Vicentina Day 6 : Zambujeira do Mar to Odeceixe – Finally We Found the Storks!

Walking the Rota Vicentina – Reflections on the First 4 Days

October 7, 2026

Four days, and already so many memories. We’ve walked from Sines to Zambujeira do Mar, following the wild Atlantic coast through sandy trails, dramatic cliffs and quiet paths. Here are our reflections on the first four days of walking the Rota Vicentina, and what we’ve discovered so far about life on the trail. … More Walking the Rota Vicentina – Reflections on the First 4 Days

Rota Vicentina Day 4: Almograve to Zambujeira do Mar – In Search of Storks.

October 6, 2026

Day 4 takes us from Almograve to Zambujeira do Mar along another spectacular stretch of the Rota Vicentina. With dramatic cliffs, wild Atlantic views and sandy trails – but today we had a mission: to spot the famous white storks nesting high on the craggy sea-stacks . Will we find them? … More Rota Vicentina Day 4: Almograve to Zambujeira do Mar – In Search of Storks.